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Winter Storm Warning 10, NWS Pueblo, CO

March 19, 202312 counties in Colorado

NWS Pueblo, CO issued this winter storm warning at Mar 19, 2023, 2:52 PM MDT for 12 counties in Colorado. It took effect at Mar 20, 2023, 9:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 60 hr. 3 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Mar 19, 2023, 2:52 PM MDT (20:52 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 20, 2023, 9:00 AM MDT
Expired
Mar 22, 2023, 9:00 PM MDT
In force
60 hr
Issued by
NWS Pueblo, CO

Counties Alamosa County, CO, Chaffee County, CO, Conejos County, CO, Costilla County, CO, Custer County, CO, Fremont County, CO, Huerfano County, CO, Lake County, CO, Las Animas County, CO, Mineral County, CO, Rio Grande County, CO, Saguache County, CO

The radar

The Pueblo radar (KPUX), 152 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:50 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 22, 5:30 AM MDTSNOW 81 Nnw Monarch Pass, COSTORM TOTAL REPORTED BY MONARCH SKI PATROL. 3 INCHES FELL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS.
Mar 22, 7:03 AM MDTSNOW 451 Se Wolf Creek Pass, COSTORM TOTAL REPORTED BY WOLF CREEK SKI PATROL. 17 INCHES FELL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS.
Mar 22, 8:17 PM MDTSNOW 2Creede, CO

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Grand Junction, CO (KGJT), launched 12:00Z, 8.9 hours before the alert went out and 273 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2023-03-19Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2023-03-19The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 160 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2437 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
30 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
160 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
263 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

201 
WWUS45 KPUB 192052
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

COZ068-200500-
/O.UPG.KPUB.WS.A.0010.230320T1500Z-230324T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230320T1500Z-230323T1200Z/
Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  feet, with locally higher ammounts on west and southwest 
  slopes. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet..

* WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration winter storm,
  and at times the snow will be quite heavy while at other times
  the snow will only be light to moderate. The heaviest snow is
  expected Monday Night through Tuesday Morning, and then again 
  Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-200500-
/O.NEW.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230320T1500Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 
  36 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
  10000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration winter storm,
  and at times the snow will be quite heavy while at other times
  the snow will only be light to moderate. The heaviest snow is
  expected Monday Night through Tuesday Morning, and then again 
  Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-200500-
/O.NEW.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230320T2100Z-230321T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KPUB.WS.A.0011.230321T1800Z-230323T0900Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM MONDAY TO NOON MDT
TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50
  mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 5 to 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as 
  high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM Monday to 
  noon MDT Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Tuesday 
  afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
  The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-200500-
/O.NEW.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 18 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-200500-
/O.NEW.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
252 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above
  11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very
  strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
13 follow-up statements
518 
WWUS45 KPUB 200222
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
822 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

COZ067-068-201100-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230320T1500Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
822 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MONDAY TO
6 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4
  feet, with locally higher amounts on west and southwest slopes.
  Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Below 10000 Feet and the Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 
  Feet.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration winter storm,
  and at times the snow will be quite heavy while at other times
  the snow will only be light to moderate. The heaviest snow is
  expected Monday night through Tuesday morning, and then again 
  Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-201100-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230320T2100Z-230321T1800Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.A.0011.230321T1800Z-230323T0900Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
822 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM MONDAY TO
NOON MDT TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches possible. Winds could 
  gust as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM Monday to 
  noon MDT Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Tuesday 
  afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. 
  The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-201100-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
822 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO
9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 18 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-201100-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
822 PM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO
3 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 
  11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very 
  strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
946 
WWUS45 KPUB 200951
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
351 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

COZ067-068-201900-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230320T1500Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
351 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 6 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 
  feet, with locally higher amounts on west and southwest 
  slopes. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...The Upper Rio Grande Valley and the eastern San Juan
  Mountains.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-201900-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230320T2100Z-230321T1800Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.A.0011.230321T1800Z-230323T0900Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
351 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON MDT TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches possible. Winds could 
  gust as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM Monday to 
  noon MDT Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Tuesday 
  afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. 
  The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-201900-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
351 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 18 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-201900-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
351 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 3 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very 
  strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
531 
WWUS45 KPUB 201549
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
949 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

COZ067-068-210000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
949 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4
  feet, with locally higher amounts on west and southwest slopes.
  Winds gusting as high as 75 mph. Based on latest guidance, the
  heaviest snow will occur this afternoon and evening, with a lull
  in the activity late tonight and tomorrow morning. The snow will
  then become very heavy again Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday
  morning. The most intense winds will occur from late Tuesday
  night until Wednesday evening.

* WHERE...The Upper Rio Grande Valley and the eastern San Juan 
  Mountains.

* WHEN...Through 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be extremely dangerous if not impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  White-out conditions appear imminent, especially on Wednesday. 
  Blow-downs of trees are likely. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-210000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230320T2100Z-230321T1800Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.A.0011.230321T1800Z-230323T0900Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
949 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON MDT TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches possible. Winds could 
  gust as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 3 PM Monday to 
  noon MDT Tuesday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Tuesday 
  afternoon through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. 
  The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-210000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
949 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 18 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-210000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
949 AM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 3 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. 
  The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Hodanish
519 
WWUS45 KPUB 202106
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
306 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

COZ060-061-210515-
/O.UPG.KPUB.WS.A.0011.230321T1800Z-230323T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230321T2100Z-230323T0300Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230321T1800Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
306 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 6 to 12  inches. Winds gusting as high as
  75 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45
  mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM 
  MDT Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon MDT 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.  
  Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia 
  if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-210515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
306 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Accumulations one to five feet with higher
  amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 85 mph. The heavy
  snow will fall through late this evening and then decrease, but
  will ramp up once again late tomorrow morning and last through
  Wednesday. Snow fall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour are likely,
  especially Wednesday. The most intense winds will occur on
  Wednesday, and will occur along ridge-line and mountain passes.
  

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Below 10000 Feet and Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 
  Feet Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-210515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
306 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-210515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
306 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO 3 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 24 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 95 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet 
  and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet 
  Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Hodanish
156 
WWUS45 KPUB 210450
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1050 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

COZ060-061-211300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230321T2100Z-230323T0300Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230321T1800Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
1050 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TUESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TUESDAY TO
9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 75 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow 
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph. 

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM 
  MDT Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon MDT 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-211300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1050 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Storm total accumulations of one to five feet
  with locally higher amounts possible on west facing slopes.
  Winds gusting as high as 85 mph. The heavy snow will fall
  through late this evening and then decrease overnight. The snow
  will ramp up once again later Tuesday morning and continue through
  Wednesday night. Snow fall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour are 
  likely, especially Wednesday. The most intense winds will occur 
  on Wednesday, and will occur along ridge-line and mountain 
  passes.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
  10000 Feet and Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-211300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1050 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 15 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Through 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-211300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
1050 PM MDT Mon Mar 20 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 16
  inches, with locally higher amounts on west facing slopes. Winds  
  gusting as high as 90 mph...with the strongest winds expected on
  Wednesday.
 
* WHERE...Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet and
  Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Through 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
012 
WWUS45 KPUB 211004
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
404 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

COZ060-061-211815-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230321T2100Z-230323T0300Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230321T1800Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
404 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches. Winds gusting as high as
  75 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected.
  Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting 
  as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM 
  MDT Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon MDT 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. The cold
  wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia
  if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-211815-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
404 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Storm total accumulations of 2 to 5 feet 
  with locally higher amounts possible on west facing slopes. 
  Winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan 
  Mountains Below 10000 Feet and Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 
  10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-211815-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
404 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 10 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Through 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-211815-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
404 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 16
  inches, with locally higher amounts on west facing slopes. Winds
  gusting as high as 80 mph, with the strongest winds expected on
  Wednesday.

* WHERE...The Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Through 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Very
  strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
782 
WWUS45 KPUB 211556
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
956 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

COZ060-061-220000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230321T2100Z-230323T0300Z/
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230321T1800Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
956 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT
TODAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches. Winds gusting as 
  high as 75 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow 
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 3 PM Tuesday to 9 PM 
  MDT Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon MDT 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. The cold 
  wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-220000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
956 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Storm total accumulations of 2 to 5 feet with
  locally higher amounts possible on west facing slopes. Winds
  gusting as high as 85 mph. Although the snow has let up this
  morning, it will pick up by early afternoon. Snow fall rates of
  2 to 4 inches per hour are likely by late this afternoon 
  lasting into Wednesday afternoon. Intense winds will have the 
  potential to cause blow-downs of trees. Thunder and lightning is
  anticipated. The most intense winds will occur from late 
  Tuesday evening into Wednesday evening.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan 
  Mountains Below 10000 Feet and Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be extremely difficult if not impossible.
  White-out conditions are near certain, especially tonight 
  through Wednesday evening. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel across the mountain passes of southwest Colorado is 
strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra 
flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-220000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
956 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 10 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Through 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ073-075-220000-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
956 AM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 16 
  inches, with locally higher amounts on west facing slopes. 
  Winds gusting as high as 80 mph, with the strongest winds 
  expected on Wednesday.

* WHERE...The Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Through 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
087 
WWUS45 KPUB 212108
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

COZ073-075-220515-
/O.UPG.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
/O.EXB.KPUB.WS.W.0010.230321T2108Z-230323T1000Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Accumulations of one to two feet. Winds 
  gusting as high as 80 mph.

* WHERE...Higher elevations of the Sangre De Cristo mountains. 

* WHEN...Until 4 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-220515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 feet at
  higher elevations and 1 to 2 feet lower elevations. Strong winds
  gusting up to 75 mph at mountain top level. Snow fall rates of 2
  to 4 inches per hour at higher elevations are likely, lasting
  into Wednesday afternoon. Intense winds will have the potential
  to cause blow-down of trees. Thunder and lightning is 
  anticipated. The most intense winds will occur from late Tuesday
  evening into Wednesday evening.

* WHERE...Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan 
  Mountains Below 10000 Feet and Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Above 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be extremely difficult if not impossible.
  White-out conditions are near certain, especially tonight
  through Wednesday evening. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-220515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 
  20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ072-074-220515-
/O.EXB.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. Highest accumulations on the
  western side of the mountains. 

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could
  cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ058-220515-
/O.EXB.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.230321T2108Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 
  Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. 

  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-220515-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
308 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Hodanish
226 
WWUS45 KPUB 220452
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

COZ073-075-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1000Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Accumulations of one to two feet. Winds 
  gusting as high as 80 mph.

* WHERE...Higher elevations of the Sangre De Cristo mountains
  above 11000 feet. 

* WHEN...Until 4 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 feet at
  higher elevations and 1 to 2 feet lower elevations. Strong winds
  gusting up to 75 mph at mountain top level. Intense winds will
  have the potential to blow down trees with the most intense
  winds occur early Wednesday morning into Wednesday evening.
  Thundersnow may be possible on Wednesday.  

* WHERE...Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet and the
  Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
  10000 Feet. 

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be extremely difficult if not 
  impossible. White-out conditions are near certain, especially 
  tonight through Wednesday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 18
  inches, with locally higher amounts on west and southwest facing
  slopes. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as
  low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions
  are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ072-074-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 70 mph. Highest accumulations on the western 
  side of the mountains.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause
  extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ058-221315-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
1052 PM MDT Tue Mar 21 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Mosquito Range and East Lake County Above 11000
  Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
200 
WWUS45 KPUB 220959
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

COZ073-075-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1000Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 90 mph.

* WHERE...The Sangre De Cristo mountains above 11000 feet.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as
  low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions
  are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional accumulations of 1 to 2 feet at
  higher elevations and 6 to 12 inches lower elevations. Strong
  winds gusting up to 75 mph at mountain top level.

* WHERE...Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet and the 
  Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Below 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be extremely difficult if not impossible.
  White-out conditions are near certain, especially through this
  evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, 
  with locally higher amounts on west and southwest facing slopes.
  Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
  Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as
  low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions
  are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ072-074-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 80 mph. Highest accumulations on the 
  western side of the mountains.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause
  extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ058-221800-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
359 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Mosquito Range and East Lake County Above 
  11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
714 
WWUS45 KPUB 221619
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

COZ073-075-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1000Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 90 mph.

* WHERE...The Sangre De Cristo mountains above 11000 feet.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could 
  result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T1200Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional accumulations of 1 to 2 feet at 
  higher elevations and 6 to 12 inches lower elevations. Strong 
  winds gusting up to 75 mph at mountain top level.

* WHERE...Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet and the 
  Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan Mountains 
  Below 10000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be extremely difficult if not impossible.
  White-out conditions were being observed at 10 AM over the
  mountain passes. Wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph have been measured.
  In addition, at 10 AM, both Cumbres Pass and Wolf Creek Pass
  were closed due to the dangerous weather conditions. Please dial 
  5 1 1 for updated road conditions. Meteorological conditions are
  not expected to improve until later tonight. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, 
  with locally higher amounts on west and southwest facing 
  slopes. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 
  Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. 
  Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as 
  low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ072-074-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0900Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM MDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 80 mph. Highest accumulations on the 
  western side of the mountains.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM MDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ058-230030-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
1019 AM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Mosquito Range and East Lake County Above 
  11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Widespread blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Hodanish
066 
WWUS45 KPUB 222051
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

COZ073-075-230300-
/O.EXT.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 4
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...The Sangre De Cristo mountains above 11000 feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS... Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
  The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 120 below zero could
  cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ067-068-230300-
/O.EXT.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Periods of heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3
  to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet and the
  Upper Rio Grande Valley and the Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
  10000 Feet. The strongest winds and heaviest snow will occur
  along ridgeline. 

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility.  Very strong winds 
  could cause extensive tree damage. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills as low as 120 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
  skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ060-061-230300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet and Western 
  Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 
  120 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ072-074-230300-
/O.EXT.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 and 11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. Very strong winds 
  could cause extensive tree damage. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills as low as 120 below zero could cause frostbite on 
  exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ066-230300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 1 to 2
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet County.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind chills as 
  low as 120 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in 
  as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

COZ058-230300-
/O.CON.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
251 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. 

* WHERE...Western Mosquito Range and East Lake County Above 
  11000 Feet.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills as 
  low as 120 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in 
  as little as 5 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
416 
WWUS45 KPUB 230253
WSWPUB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

COZ073-075-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Snow has decreased over the majority of the higher peaks of the 
Sangre De Cristo mountains, therefore the Winter Storm Warnings 
will be allowed to expire. 

$$

COZ067-068-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Light snow will continue across the southwest mountains overnight,
but additional accumulations will remain under 2 inches. 
Therefore the Winter Storm Warning will be allowed to expire. 

$$

COZ060-061-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Periods of light snow will continue across the central mountains
overnight, but any additional accumulations will remain spotty and
light. Therefore the Winter Storm Warning will be allowed to
expire.

$$

COZ072-074-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Snow has decreased over the majority of the lower elevations of
the Sangre De Cristo mountains, therefore the Winter Weather
Advisory will be allowed to expire. 

$$

COZ066-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Snow has decreased across the La Garita mountains, therefore the
Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

COZ058-230400-
/O.EXP.KPUB.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-230323T0300Z/
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
853 PM MDT Wed Mar 22 2023

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

Snow has decreased across the western Mosquito range, therefore 
the Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Pueblo, CO wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Mar 19, 11:24 AM MDT, 3 hours 28 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 19, 11:24 AM MDT, 3 hours 28 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
1124 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

.SHORT TERM...(Today and tonight)
Issued at 343 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

Key messages:

1) Spotty near-critical fire weather conditions over the southeast
corner of the state this afternoon.

2) Snow returns to the southwest mountains after midnight tonight.

Currently...Snow is lingering across Wolf Creek Pass and the eastern
San Juan Mts early this morning, otherwise skies are mostly clear
for much of the forecast area. Temps as of 3 AM have dropped into
the teens to around 20 degrees for most locations.

Today...Weak upper ridge of high pressure currently over the desert
southwest will shift to the east across the Four Corners, shifting
the flow aloft to a more westerly direction and keeping much of the
area dry. There may be isolated snow shower activity over the
southwest mts, but noteworthy snow accumulation is not expected.
Increasing west to southwest surface winds will help boost temps
across the eastern plains, and spotty near-critical fire weather
conditions are likely across Baca and Prowers counties. However, it
should be only for a couple of hours during the afternoon so no
highlights will be issued. Plan on high temps today in the 40s for
the high valleys, and generally 50s across the plains.

Tonight...As the upper ridge continues east out of the area tonight,
another upper disturbance pushes onshore across the Pacific NW. The
flow aloft shifts to the southwest and taps into available moisture
to help produce increasing cloud cover and snow once again across
western CO and along the Continental Divide. Mostly cloudy skies are
anticipated for all of the higher terrain and high valleys by
daybreak Monday morning, as well as 2 to 3 inches of new snow across
the eastern San Juan Mts. Look for overnight low temps in the teens
to lower 20s for the high valleys, and 20s across the plains. Moore

.LONG TERM...(Monday through Saturday)
Issued at 343 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

There is good agreement between the operational model guidance
through Thursday, with difference from Friday through next
weekend. Ensembles tend to support the Ecmwf and Canadian
solutions, with the GFS the outlier at this time.

Monday through Thursday...generally west to southwest flow is
expected to prevail across southern Colorado through midweek, with
multiple waves bringing rounds of snow to the Mountains, and windy
conditions to the Plains.

The first upper wave will pass across the region Monday through
Monday night. Snow will spread over the Mountains Monday morning
and continue through Monday night. The heaviest snowfall is
expected over the San Juan Range given the southwesterly
orographic flow. Decent snow will also fall over the remainder of
the Mountains during this period. Westerly winds will lead to
breezy conditions Monday afternoon, which will help temperatures
warm into the mid 50s to lower 60s. The main wave will be passing
to the north Monday night, and guidance is suggesting strong
westerlies developing Monday night into Tuesday morning along the
lee slopes of the Eastern Mountains. This will keep overnight lows
in the 40s along the lee slopes, with 30s across the Plains. At
this time, wind prone areas along the I-25 corridor will likely
see gusts in the 30 to 40 mph range late Monday night into Tuesday
morning.

Periods of snow will continue over the Mountains through the day
Tuesday. Snow does not look too heavy at this time for Tuesday,
with a few inches possible along the Continental Divide. Breezy
conditions will remain across the Plains. Enhanced mixing will
allow temperatures to warm through the 60s. A few spotty areas of
critical fire weather conditions may be possible along the I-25
corridor due to the gusty winds and humidity values near 15
percent. Winds will remain breezy across the Plains Tuesday night,
which will help keep overnight lows mild in the 30s and 40s.

The next upper wave will move across the region Wednesday into
Thursday. This will bring another round of heavy snow to the
Continental Divide, with the heaviest snow over the San Juan
Range. This upper wave will lift northeast, from western Colorado
into Wyoming. This will keep the Plains dry and windy. Winds will
be strongest Wednesday afternoon, with gusts 40 to 50 mph over the
Plains. Locally higher gusts may be possible. Again, near critical
fire weather conditions will be possible along the I-25 corridor,
with humidity values in the upper teens. Enhanced mixing will
allow for temperatures to warm into the 70s.

A cold front will drop south across the region Wednesday night
with cooler temperatures for Thursday. Highs on the Plains will be
in the 50s to near 60. There will be less wind as well. Snow looks
to remain confined to the Mountains on Thursday, becoming lighter
in nature as the upper system moves away from the area.

As for snow totals, the San Juan Range will likely pick up another
1 to 4 feet of snow through Thursday. Higher amounts may be
possible. The Central Mountains will also do well with 1 to 2 feet
possible. The Sangre de Cristo will likely see up to a foot, with
the highest totals expected south of La Veta Pass. These totals
are subject to change as each individual wave impacts the area.

Friday through Sunday...another upper storm system is forecast to
move across the Rockies during this time period. There are big
differences in the model solutions, with the ECMWF and Canadian
bringing across an open wave, while the GFS closes off an upper
low and slowly moves it across the region.

The ECMWF and Canadian solutions keep snow confined to the
Mountains, with periods of heavy snow for the Continental Divide.
Ensembles tend to support an open wave. The outlier GFS wants to
bring heavy snow to the Eastern Mountains and across the Plains
over the weekend. The GFS set up would favor strong northeasterly
upslope flow and much colder temperatures over the weekend. The
Ecmwf and Canadian would keep more southwesterly flow across the
region and warmer temperatures. For now, kept most precipitation
over the Mountains, with low chances on the Plains. Also keep
temperatures more mild, with 50s for Friday and Saturday, before a
cold front cools highs into the 40s on Sunday. Mozley

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Monday afternoon)
Issued at 1120 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

Besides increasing high clouds over the region during this period,
we should see VFR conditions at all 3 taf sites (KPUB, KALS and
KCOS) during the next 24 hours.

Winds should mainly be from a SW'erly component this afternoon
with light diurnal flow tonight. Winds may be a bit gusty this
afternoon.

&&

.PUB WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Watch from Monday morning through Thursday
afternoon for COZ068.

&&

SHORT TERM...MOORE
LONG TERM...MOZLEY
AVIATION...HODANISH
Hazardous weather outlook, Mar 19, 5:02 AM MDT, 9 hours 50 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
502 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

COZ058>089-093>099-201115-
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
Central Chaffee County Below 9000 Feet-
Western Mosquito Range/East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet-
Saguache County West of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
Saguache County East of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa  Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Teller County/Rampart Range Above 7500 Feet/Pikes Peak Between
7500 And 11000 Feet-Pikes Peak Above 11000 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
Northern El Paso County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below
7500 Feet-
Colorado Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso County/Rampart Range
Below 7400 Feet-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-
Eastern Las Animas County-Western Kiowa County-
Eastern Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
502 AM MDT Sun Mar 19 2023

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central...east
central...south central and southeast Colorado.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Intermittent light snow showers will linger over the southwest
mountains today, then increase in areal coverage and intensity after
midnight tonight. 2 to 3 inches of new snow will be possible across
the eastern San Juan Mountains by daybreak Monday.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday

Snow, heavy at times, will be possible Monday through Monday night
along the Continental Divide. Areas over the San Juan
Mountains will see the heaviest snowfall. Lighter snowfall is
expected Tuesday, before another round of heavy snow moves into
the Continental Divide Wednesday into Thursday. The San Juan Range
will see the heaviest snowfall. Accumulations for the Monday
through Thursday period could be as high as 1 to 4 feet over the
San Juan Range, 1 to 2 feet over the Central Mountains, and up to
a foot over the Sangre de Cristo Range.

Strong winds will be possible across the Plains on Wednesday, with
gusts near 50 mph possible.

Another storm system will bring snow to the Mountains Friday into
the weekend.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters will not be needed today or tonight.

27/88

The office that day

Everything else NWS Pueblo, CO issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 19, 2:52 PM MDTWinter Storm WatchPUBChaffee, Lake, Saguache24 hr
Mar 19, 2:52 PM MDTWinter Weather AdvisoryPUBAlamosa, Chaffee, Costilla, Custer, Fremont, Huerfano and 5 more3 days

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.